Registered Massage Therapy
Massage therapy targets soft tissues such as muscles, connective tissues, tendons and ligaments. The goal is to reduce stress, ease muscle tension, manage pain, and promote overall relaxation and well-being.
An individualized massage therapy treatment plan addresses range of motion restrictions, pain, tightness, and scar tissue from repetitive use or past injuries. It encourages healing by increasing the circulation of blood and lymphatic fluid. Specific areas of tension can be targeted with trigger point therapy, myofascial release and specific techniques to help reduce muscle tightness and tenderness. Massage can help athletes by preparing muscles for physical activity, aiding recovery, and addressing imbalances caused by repetitive movements. Additionally, massage therapy benefits the nervous system by engaging and calming muscles for proper activation.
Benefits of Massage Therapy
Massage therapy may be helpful for:
muscle pain anywhere in the body
stress and tension
carpal tunnel syndrome
tendinitis
sprains and strains
headaches
anxiety/depression
gastrointestinal dysfunction
pregnancy and postpartum care
whiplash
post-surgical rehab
jaw dysfunction
myofascial pain syndrome
fibromyalgia
Our Registered Massage Therapist, Bianca Anzovino offers 45-, 60-, 75- and 90- minute massage appointments. Options include:
Therapeutic Massage
Addresses specific areas of discomfort and usually involves techniques that provide deeper pressure, such as trigger point therapy or soft tissue release. The longer the treatment time, the more areas of the body we can address, or the more focused we can be on a particular issue.
Prenatal Massage
The benefits of receiving massage therapy throughout pregnancy include relief of stress, promotion of relaxation, relief of muscle spasms, cramping and myofascial pain, increased circulation of blood and lymph, relief to weight bearing joints, and improved sleep patterns.
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Integrated Modalities
As part of her individualized approach Bianca uses several modalities as an extension of her treatments. She will discuss her recommendations with each patient and make suggestions based on what she feels may be beneficial.
Bianca is happy to explain and discuss the benefits of these treatments and answer any questions you may have. Patients may also request these following modalities to be performed during treatment:
Cupping Therapy
Combines traditional massage techniques with modern cupping therapy to relieve deep muscle tension, improve circulation, and promote faster recovery. Silicone cups are gently applied to targeted areas to create negative pressure, lifting the tissue and increasing blood flow. This technique helps release stubborn knots, reduce fascial restrictions, and decrease inflammation. The session is blended with hands-on massage to ensure balanced, effective treatment tailored to your specific needs.
Acupuncture
Combining acupuncture with massage creates a synergistic effect to address both surface muscle tension and deeper physiological and neurological pain. Massage breaks upper surface adhesions and improves blood flow, while acupuncture directly stimulates nerves, regulates muscle tone, and helps flush out inflammatory chemicals pooled in tight tissues.
Bianca completed the Contemporary Medical Acupuncture Program, a 300 hour Certification provided by the McMaster University Department of Anesthesia and approved by the McMaster Health Sciences Continuing Education Department.
Craniosacral Therapy
Craniosacral therapy (CST) is a gentle, hands-on treatment that uses light pressure to release tension in the skull, spine, and pelvis. It aims to support the central nervous system, improve cerebrospinal fluid flow, and relieve conditions like migraines, neck pain, and chronic stress. This is a 45-minute, non-invasive treatment and can be received while clothed on the table.
Paraffin Treatment
Paraffin treatment involves applying layers of warm wax to the affected area. It acts as a form of heat therapy, allowing a deep penetration into the tissues, which can help increase blood flow, relax muscles, and decrease joint stiffness. Paraffin has been found to be helpful in relieving arthritic pains, sprains, strains, spasms, joint mobility issues, and symptoms associated with fibromyalgia.